Origin
Alvarado, TX
Afternoon in Alvarado on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alvarado, TX to Dallas, TX
Drive Time
45m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alvarado, TX
Al d'Vilas
Dallas, TX
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Alvarado to Dallas is a quick 39.4-mile trek across the Texas Great Plains that usually takes about 41 minutes. Because this is such a short distance, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $6 for fuel, making this a very affordable connection between the two cities. The route relies entirely on local streets rather than major interstates, offering a straightforward path for those looking to avoid highway congestion. It is an ideal excursion if you need to reach the Dallas area quickly and prefer a simple, direct transit experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.7 miles from Alvarado, TX
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way toward Dallas. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route avoids highways entirely, maintaining a 0% highway share throughout the 39.4-mile journey. You will spend your time transitioning through South Friou Street, East College Street, and North Baugh Street. Because the longest stretch of uninterrupted driving on South Friou Street is negligible, you should stay alert for frequent intersections and directional changes. The personality of this drive is strictly functional, prioritizing local navigation over high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East US Highway 67 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on East US Highway 67 and Marvin D Love Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 67 Bus / East College Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 67 Bus / East College Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.8 miles (US 67 / East US Highway 67): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 67 Bus / East College Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 67 Bus / East College Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 67 / East US Highway 67
Turn right onto US 67 / East US Highway 67
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
33.3 mi into trip
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~37m in
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I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge onto I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
38.8 mi into trip
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~44m in
Take the exit toward Continental Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
6
39 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
Continental Avenue
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East US Highway 67 | 24.3 mi | 27m |
| Marvin D Love Freeway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| South R L Thornton Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| West S G Alexander Freeway | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| South Stemmons Freeway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Baugh Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Continental Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East College Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East US Highway 67
— 24.3 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alvarado, TX and Dallas, TX.
1
Start on this road
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight right onto South Friou Street
113 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Friou Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 67 Bus
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East College Street
4
Continue on US 67 Bus
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Baugh Street
5
Continue on US 67 Bus
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Baugh Street
6
Turn right onto US 67
24 mi
·
27 min
·
East US Highway 67
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on US 67
2.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West S G Alexander Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 67
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Marvin D Love Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 35E
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South R L Thornton Freeway
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on I 35E
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stemmons Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 429A
Toward Continental Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto Continental Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Continental Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto North Lamar Street
433 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lamar Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Lamar Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 41-minute commute, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any major rest stops, as the direct nature of the route allows you to reach your destination in one go. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you are ready for the road. Because you are navigating local streets like North Baugh Street and East College Street rather than a highway, stay mindful of changing speed limits and residential traffic patterns. Planning your trip outside of peak local traffic hours will help you maintain that estimated 41-minute travel time.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.7 miles from Alvarado, TX, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 39.3 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.7 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dallas, TX than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alvarado, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alvarado, TX
This is one driving day of about 39.3 miles and 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Alvarado, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on East US Highway 67 for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Alvarado, TX · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Alvarado, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dallas, TX
The final approach into Dallas, TX usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Dallas, TX.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.00 one way
$12.01 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
| premium | $4.59 | $7.10 | $14.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.73 | $17.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dallas, TX
Afternoon in Dallas on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alvarado, TX to Dallas, TX covers 39.3 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East US Highway 67, Marvin D Love Freeway, South R L Thornton Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 miles from Alvarado, TX. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 67 Bus / East College Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.8 miles (US 67 / East US Highway 67): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles (I 35E / South R L Thornton Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alvarado, TX to Dallas, TX does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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